The Omcan 49097 Natural Gas Pasta Cooker is a heavy-duty, floor-standing unit built for busy commercial kitchens. It holds nearly 12 gallons of water in its stainless steel tank, giving you plenty of room to cook large amounts of pasta at once. A powerful 47,500 BTU burner heats water quickly and keeps it there, so you spend less time waiting and more time serving. A built-in faucet on top makes refilling easy without interrupting your workflow. The whole unit is made from stainless steel, so it's tough, easy to clean, and won't rust over time — a solid fit for restaurants, hotels, and institutional kitchens.

Top Omcan 49097 (CE-IT-0045) Features

This pasta cooker gives you simple, hands-on control over your cooking temperature, making it easy to get consistent results every time. The large tank means you can cook pasta in big batches, cutting down on wait times during a rush. The perforated top lets water drain quickly and evenly. It doesn't take up a lot of floor space, so it works well even in kitchens that aren't huge. Cleaning and refilling are both straightforward, helping your kitchen keep moving without unnecessary stops.

• Nearly 12-gallon tank handles high-volume pasta cooking with ease
• Stainless steel build is durable, rust-resistant, and simple to clean
• Perforated top drains water quickly and promotes even cooking
• Top-mounted faucet makes refilling fast and convenient
• 47,500 BTU burner delivers strong, reliable heat when you need it

A great choice for commercial kitchens that need a dependable, easy-to-use pasta cooker that can keep up with steady demand.

49097 Technical Specs

The Omcan 49097 has an 11.89-gallon stainless steel tank powered by a 47,500 BTU natural gas burner. Temperature is adjusted manually, giving you direct control over the heat. The unit measures 17.72 inches wide, 35.43 inches deep, and 43.3 inches tall, and weighs 170 lbs. It's built entirely from stainless steel for long-lasting durability and easy sanitation. It comes with a water fill faucet and a perforated top for draining. It's certified by cETLus and ETL-Sanitation, meaning it meets recognized safety and food safety standards. This model is made in Italy and runs on a standard natural gas line — no electrical connection needed.

• Electrical Requirements: Natural gas powered — no electrical connection needed
• Cooling Method: Not applicable
• Refrigeration Type: Not applicable
• Production Capacity: Nearly 12-gallon tank supports large batch cooking
• Construction & Finish: Full stainless steel for durability and easy sanitation
• Dimensions: 17.72" W x 35.43" D x 43.3" H
• Weight: 170 lbs
• Temperature Resistance: Built to handle pasta boiling temperatures
• Food Safety: cETLus and ETL-Sanitation certified; stainless steel construction
• Technology & Features: Manual controls, perforated top, top-mount faucet
• Cleaning & Maintenance: Easy to disassemble and clean regularly

• Gas connection: Requires a standard natural gas line hookup
• Clearance: Needs adequate space around it for safe airflow
• Drainage: Perforated top and drain outlet remove water efficiently
• Installation: Floor-mounted with space needed for proper ventilation
• Maintenance: Parts are easy to access for daily cleaning

What is a commercial gas pasta cooker

A commercial gas pasta cooker is a heavy-duty kitchen appliance designed to cook large amounts of pasta quickly and consistently. These units typically feature a stainless steel tank, a powerful gas burner, and easy-to-use controls, and they're commonly found in restaurant, hotel, and catering kitchens. The Omcan 49097 is a strong example of this type of equipment — with its nearly 12-gallon capacity, manual controls, and all-stainless construction, it's well-suited for kitchens that need to cook pasta continuously while keeping things clean and efficient.

Top industrial pasta cookers for moderate foodservice operations

The Omcan 49097 is built to handle the demands of a working restaurant kitchen. Its large tank, strong burner, and durable stainless steel construction make it a reliable workhorse for kitchens with steady pasta output. Easy to control and easy to maintain, it keeps things moving during busy service without a lot of fuss.

• Operation type — Great for moderate-volume restaurant kitchens
• Kitchen setting — Built for commercial spaces that need long-lasting equipment
• Foodservice category — Designed specifically for pasta preparation
• Workload qualifier — Handles regular, steady output with quick turnaround
• Use case — Continuous bulk pasta cooking throughout service

Why Choose Omcan 49097 (CE-IT-0045) Pasta Cooker

The Omcan 49097 is a well-rounded pasta cooker that combines durability, power, and simplicity. Its large capacity and strong gas burner help you keep up with high demand, while the straightforward controls mean less time fiddling and more time cooking. Compared to other options on the market, it holds up well under heavy use, stays easy to clean, and runs reliably — making it a smart investment for any professional kitchen focused on quality and efficiency.

• Self-contained gas system delivers steady, consistent heat
• Compact size fits well in kitchens where space is limited
• Stainless steel body stands up to daily wear and resists corrosion
• Perforated top drains water fast and helps cook pasta evenly
• Made in Italy for quality construction and lasting performance